"Our public employees stepped up yet again," Newsom said of the deal during his weekly YouTube address.

After the praise for the workers, Newsom called on Muni operators to give back wage increases.

"It is wrong to take a wage increase in this economic environment," Newsom said.

The union that represents the drivers and operators — the Transport Workers Union — were part of the negotiating team, according to Newsom, who pointed out why it is vital for the union to accept concessions.